This new development from MSC Moto's Adventure bike brand Ralle Moto not only includes a full anodised new design mounting kit but it is also the first Ralle Moto Adventure bike steering damper kit to include the all NEW RM3 steering damper unit. Sharing new features with our hugely successful MSC Moto AXIS steering damper like the ACTIVE return to center and our new 15 position main adjuster valve. To add to this new design is the inclusion of the new slip linkage system as used with great results in our road racing models, the new linkage system has a greater load bearing surface for enhanced durability and strength as well as giving the owner the flexibility to swap linkage arm parts to suit different models in the future without the need to disassemble the unit.The new KTM Adventure mounting is the most advanced kit available for this bike with no need to modify the frame by drilling holes. Our kit offers superior strength using our tried and proven frame tube clamps the same as our KTM 690 Enduro system has featured since 2009.The Ralle Moto RM3 steering damper kit also has the added benefit of a 25mm handlebar riser offering the rider a more comfortable riding position for those long days in the saddle.Installation of the KTM 1190 Adventure kit can be completed by any competent person with a basic tool kit. ​

​Why use a steering damper?

Compare a steering damper to a shock absorber. Riding without shock absorbers will have your bike bouncing all over the place and make it hard to control. The shock absorber dampens the up and down movement, prevents the bike from bottoming out and violently bouncing up and down when riding bad roads. The steering damper does exactly the same but then for the side to side movement of the front wheel. It dampens sudden movements when riding on rocky terrain, and keeps the bike tracking true when riding in sand. It helps to prevents the handlebars been whacked out of your hands when the front wheel hits a rock or rut and makes for a more enjoyable and safer ride.Steering dampers are adjustable. Both to allow for rider preference and to compensate for different terrain. Adjustments can be made on the fly by a conveniently placed central adjuster on top of the unit.

Why MSC Moto steering dampers?We know the guys at MSC Moto really well from our time in Australia. We love their passion for engineering, their quality of workmanship, technical knowledge and top quality machining. Their steering dampers are, in our humble opinion, simply the best ones available. That's why we chose to work with MSC Moto steering dampers on all our Nomad-ADV kits.

The 7 reasons to fit a steering damper:

1. They reduce headshake - an undeniable fact!Steering dampers, by their very nature, dampen steering movement and thus headshake. You can try to get rid of headshake by modifying the suspension which is a bit like trying to drill a hole with a screwdriver. The suspension is not designed to reduce headshake. If it works at all, means there will be a number of compromises to be made in the suspension setup. The outcome is unclear, definitely not ideal and usually results in a bike that steers slower or suspension that is softer or harder than desired. Or you can let the suspension concentrate on what it does best and let the steering damper handle the steering.

2. They reduce the effect of wheel deflectionThis is actually a major factor steering dampers deal with without you knowing it. It's like a little set of helping hands grabbing the bars for you when you hit something you did not and will not ever see! They only allow the oil to pass through the chamber at a set rate and therefor the handlebars will not smash around to 47 degrees in a nano second and put you on your face. Even if you bike has no headshake this is the biggest benefit of all!

3. They stop weaving in sandWe've all been there, you hit a sandy patch or sandy road and suddenly the bike is all over the place. It's like it has a mind of its own. It's not a suspension problem but simply heavy sand with ruts that will pull the front wheel left and right and make you fight the bike just to stay on. A steering damper prevents the left to right pulling, stabilises the bike and you enjoy the right much more!

4. Better corner entryEver came into a corner and had a rut grab the front wheel and pull it up the wall of the rut in a split second? Or steer into a loose surface corner too quick and tuck the front wheel in? A steering damper will all but eliminate it by preventing the sudden jerky nano second movement.

5. Water crossingsGetting caught out by the rocks hidden under water isn't our favourite. Suddenly you hit that rock, it whacks the handlebars out of your hands and down you go. If you're lucky you just end up being soaking wet, Murphy's Law dictates that your knee will hit that other rock though … A steering damper dampens the sideways movement and keeps the bike on the intended path

6. They reduce fatigueSteering dampers stabilise the steering. The bike feels more planted, doesn't deviate off course and you're not fighting a bike which tries to fling you off all day.

7. There are no downsidesSome claim steering dampers make the steering feel heavy, this is simply untrue! If it feels heavy then the steering damper setting is too high, so turn it down. The damping rate is all relative to a number of factors like personal feel and strength, high or low speed tracks, rough or smooth surfaces and what result you are trying to achieve from your steering damper. That's why MSCMoto steering dampers are adjustable. Use a higher setting for fast riding on rutted surfaces, to get a firmer feel and if you want to feel the bike less twitchy. Use a lower setting for quick steering and only want the damper for added security. MSCMoto steering dampers are fully adjustable on the fly!

As you can read above, a steering damper is a genuine way to improve your ride without compromising the suspension and completely change the way it feels over bumps and turns. You will be able to ride with a lot more confidence and less fatigue.Sure you can ride without a steering damper, just like you can ride without suspension. Your grandfather probably did, but even back then bikes had steering dampers… Fitting a steering damper is a bit like upgrading to long travel suspension, once you've tried it you don't want to go back (and if you're a bit like me then you'll wonder why you haven't tried it before…)​